わんぱく

Alternative writings: 腕白
Frequency:
1

Naughty; mischievous; rompish — describing lively, energetic, or unruly behavior in children (often affectionate).

Na-AdjectiveNounUsually Kana

Examples

息子はわんぱくで外で遊ぶのが大好きだ。

My son is mischievous and loves to play outside.

わんぱく坊主が木に登っている。

A little rascal is climbing the tree.

わんぱく盛りの子どもたちには目が離せない。

You can't take your eyes off kids in their mischievous prime.

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